Dog Show - Lee Civic Center

Corey Perrine/Staff Cinnamon, an 18 month-old Australian Shepherd, kisses Mark Driggers both of DeLand Saturday, May 25, 2013, in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. “A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership,” show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Carol Smith, from left, Joy Lowe and Allen Smith, all of Cape Coral enjoy each others company after competing with Australian Shepherds, Ellie, center, and Torch, bottom left, Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Each dog placed first and second in their breed class respectively. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Ron Jackman of North Fort Myers displays his love for English Bulldogs by wearing a themed shirt Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Jackman owns a 5 year-old, Dixie. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Rottweilers line up to be judged Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Dog Handler Sweetie Kay of High Springs shows off her award-winning necklace for showing a top 20 Rottweiler back in 2002 Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Dog Handler Sweetie Kay of High Springs shows a 2 year-old Rottweiler, Bo, Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Lucy Napoli of Jacksonville holds onto the leash of a 2 year-old Rhodesian Ridgeback, Manny, for a friend Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Lynne Perfetto of Alva, greets a Boxer dog Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Carol Russo of Boca Raton, from left, watches as her handler shows her Dalmatian standing next to Dalmatian, Nadia, 7 months, and owner Kim Carey both of Jupiter Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Kathy LaRosa of Lake Worth brushes her 3 year-old Maltese, Champion Maltangel Heaven Sent for Donryn, Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Cinnamon, an 18 month-old Australian Shepherd, has he face played with by Mark Driggers, both of DeLand Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Pomeranians are shown Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Exactly, 2, a smooth-haired Chihuahua, peers out from his crate Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Grand Champion Sandon for Momma Mia at Dabalar, a 4 year-old Tibetan Spaniard, waits for owner Dale Narehood of Palm Bay to return Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Ziggy, a 3 month-old Bichon Frise, hangs in the bag of Karen Gleason of Naples Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Don LaRosa lets his 3 year-old Maltese, Champion Maltangel Heaven Sent for Donryn, sniff a dog whistle while wife, Kathy LaRosa, all of Lake Worth looks on Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Diana James of Lehigh Acres smiles as her toy Fox Terrier, Sasha, 2, is held Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Dog-themed jewelry is seen for sale at a vendor's tent Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Charles Hale of Dover watches dogs compete Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Hales was there to compete with he and his wife's award-winning Chihuahuas and has for the past 50 years. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Michelle Delaney throws a toy during open obedience showing of 8 year-old German Shepherd, Rina, both of Naples Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Rina is one of the few certified search and rescue dogs in Collier County. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Ming Dynasty Moonstar, a 4 year-old Shih Tsu, is seen with her hair in ribbons Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Ribbons are held up by Carol Smith for her first and second place finish with the top two Australian Shepherds at the show Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff A Norwegian Lundhund is seen with its rare six toe genetics Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Not until mid-2008 was it recognized by the American Kennel Club. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Ronnie Satallante hauls his Pomeranians, Izzy, top and Olivia, bottom, while daughter Emma, 2, right, walks ahead Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Charlotte Chiddister of Davenport brushes her 15 month-old Chinese Crested dog, Opus, Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Lana Bowes carries her long-haired Chihuahuas Carly, left, 3, and William, 8 months, all of Fort Myers Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Dog handler Jeffrey Bruckner of Belleview bites off a treat to give to a Rottweiler Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Kim Carey checks the teeth of her 7 month-old Dalmation, Nadia, both of Jupiter Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Charlotte Chiddister, brushes her 2 year-old Chinese Crested dog, Opus, both of Davenport Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Jim Chiddister, from left, gives a command to his 2 year-old Glen Imaal Terrier, Izzy, while wife, Charlotte, brushes their 2 year-old Chinese Crested dog, Opus, all of Davenport Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Raul Perez, Jr. kisses Dora, one of five Yorkshire Terriers that he bread Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Jim Chiddister, from left, gives a command to his 2 year-old Glen Imaal Terrier, Izzy, both of Davenport Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff A Xoloitzcuintli (Mexican hairless) dog, Buzz, 1, shows off his hairless skin Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Simon, a 9 month-old Yorkshire Terrier, is brushed by owner Teri Heron of Lexington, S.C. Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Danny Sanchez of Cocoa embraces his Xoloitzcuintli (Mexican hairless) dog, Buzz, 1, Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Jennifer Ford of Bokeelia, center, smiles at Simon, a 9 month-old Yorkshire Terrier, Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Lesley Peterson, from right, looks on to Afghan Hounds Zephyr and Jasmine, both 2, Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.

Corey Perrine/Staff Cinnamon, an 18 month-old Australian Shepherd, sits at the feet of owner Ashlee Driggers, both of DeLand Saturday, May 25, 2013, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Fla. Registered exhibitors converged on the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers to showcase 150 breeds of dogs at the annual Greater Fort Myers Dog Club event May 25-26. The American Kennel Club-sanctioned dog show is among the longest running in Southwest Florida and features exhibitors from throughout the U.S. Southeast. The show included conformation, obedience, rally trials and junior handling as well as vendor booths filled with treats, toys and trinkets. "A goal of the Greater Fort Myers Dog Club is to promote responsible dog ownership," show chairman Bill Paglivanti said.